| Disclaimer ::
Please note that in some states, only licensed professionals may legally use a dermal punch. Please check all state regulations before continuing with ordering items for a dermal punch, or before doing the proceedure. Also note, this is a highly invasive procedure, and should be done by a professional for best results.
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THIS IS PURELY INFORMATIVE, AND WE IN NO WAY CONDONE SELF-DONE MODIFICATIONS OVER PROFESSIONALLY DONE MODIFICATIONS.
DERMAL PUNCH INFORMATION ::
Dermal (or biopsy) punches are surgical instruments that are becoming more and more accepted in the body modification community. While not every body part needs to be dermal punched (in fact, we recommend the use of piercing needles for most piercings), if a large gauge piercing is desired in the cartilage of the ear, dermal punches can’t be beat!
Dermal Punching on Ear Lobes ::
We do not recommend using dermal punching on ear lobes. (The list of pictures below shows the procedure on the ear lobes, this was only done for the purpose of being able to take better pictures. The Silicone Ear would not allow us to punch the cartilage without it destroying the ear.) It is healthier to have a needle piercing performed, and then gradually stretch the piercing to the desired size. Dermal punches remove tissue, which, if used on earlobes, can cause thin lobes, which will be detrimental to further stretching. It is best to have as much tissue in your lobes as possible if you wish to stretch them--this will keep your ears and your piercings safe and happy.
Dermal Punching on Ear Cartilage ::
Since it is unhealthy to stretch cartilage piercings up more than a few gauges, dermal punching is a great alternative for people who would like large gauge piercings in the conch or outer conch. Small punches require that jewelry be worn throughout the entire healing time. Large punches can be healed without jewelry, once bleeding has stopped.
Risks ::
There is a severe risk of bleeding with any dermal punch, as it is a large wound in your body. Insertion of properly sized jewelry can help to put pressure on the wound. However, bleeding can still be severe and should be monitored closely during and after the procedure. People with bleeding conditions such as hemophilia or people taking blood thinners should consult a doctor before performing this procedure. In the event that bleeding does not stop or a dangerous loss of blood occurs, seek immediate medical assistance.
There is also a risk of infection, as with any modification. By having a sterile environment, sterile tools, and sterile jewelry, this risk can be easily minimized. It can be further minimized by having this procedure done by a licensed professional.
Unlike needle piercing, this modification removes a round circle of tissue from the punched area, therefore this is a permanent modification.
Here you will see a basic guideline of how the dermal punch is used. This is just a basic guideline only to give an idea of what is involved. Only trained Professionals should preform this procedure. DO NOT TRY THIS ON YOURSELF OR OTHERS IF YOU HAVE NOT BEEN TRAINED BY SOMEONE FIRST.
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MATERIAL LIST:
- Dermal Punch (if you plan on doing more than one punch, you will
need more than one. One punch to an instrument!)
Sterile Gauze, and lots of it.
- Alcohol swabs.
- Jewelry. Titanium or 316LVM. NOT ACRYLIC.
- Cold sea salt solution or our H2Ocean
Aftercare.
- Clean latex gloves
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PREP:
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Step 1: Mark the area, and position
the dermal punch so that it will be STRAIGHT. |
Step 2: Mark the area to be punched.
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Step 3: Step three is also shown with the option of a spoon
in place of a cork. Choose whichever seems best for you. A spoon can be autoclaved and flattened. A good alternative to a Tongue Depressor Stick.
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Step 3: If you are using a cork, then position it behind
the area that you are punching. Many people don't use corks, so you
may not need to.
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Step 4: To get the dermal punch
through, you will need to apply a good amount of pressure, and you will
need to twist. So, with the punch in position, push down and twist QUICKLY. |
Step 5: This is the dermal punch, all the way through. DO NOT
REMOVE THE PUNCH.
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Step 6: Taking the jewelry that
you will be using, butt the jewelry up against the back of the dermal
punch, and push the punch out and the jewelry in with one smooth motion.
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Step 7: Using the gauze, mop up as much of the blood that you
can around the punch. Soak a wad of gauze in the cold sea salt soak,
and dab it on the punch LIGHTLY. This cold sea salt soak will not only
clean it safely, but will also help to reduce swelling and pain.
Once the bleeding has stopped, the punch is done, and all you need to
do is good aftercare.
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